Customer Satisfaction Program 21N05 – Rear NOx Sensor Warranty Extension – 2013-2016 Ford F-Super Duty & 2015-2019 Transit

NHTSA ID Number: 10189758

Manufacturer Communication Number: 21N05

 

Summary

Certain 2013-2016 Model Year F-Series Super Duty 6.7L Diesel and 2015-2019 Model Year Transit 3.2L Diesel Vehicles – Rear NOx Sensor Warranty Extension

In all of the affected vehicles, the onboard diagnostic (OBD) system initially contained a software error that prevented illumination of the malfunction indicator light (MIL) if a certain fault was present in the front or rear nitrogen oxide (NOx) sensor or in the Selective Catalyst Reduction (SCR) system. Since the PCM was reprogrammed under Emissions Recall 21E01, the OBD system is now able to detect this NOx sensor fault previously masked by the software error and can light the MIL if this fault is found to be present

 

 


21 Affected Products 

Vehicles

MAKEMODELYEAR
FORDeBay logoF-250 SD2013-2016
FORDeBay logoF-350 SD2013-2016
FORDeBay logoF-450 SD2013-2016
FORDeBay logoF-550 SD2013-2016
FORDeBay logoTRANSIT2015-2019

 


PROGRAM TERMS

Vehicles must have Emissions Recall 21E01 completed and claimed in the One Warranty System (OWS) or the Dealer Management System (DMS) before Customer Satisfaction Program 21N05 is activated in OASIS.

This program extends the warranty coverage of the rear nitrogen oxides (NOx) sensor for twelve months of service, beginning on the date the powertrain control module (PCM) is reprogrammed under Emissions Recall 21E01. This program only applies if a rear NOx sensor fault is detected and it is related to a diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) P229F identified after 21E01 has been performed.

This is a one-time repair program.

Customer Satisfaction Program 21N05 expires twelve months after Emissions Recall 21E01 is completed or December 31, 2024, whichever occurs first. Vehicles will no longer be eligible for free service under 21N05 after December 31, 2024 with or without Emissions Recall 21E01 performed. After 21N05 expires, the rear NOx Sensor remains covered under the original warranty terms and conditions.

Coverage is automatically transferred to subsequent owners.

 

VEHICLES COVERED BY THIS PROGRAM

VehicleModel YearAssembly PlantBuild Dates
F-Series Super Duty2013-2016Kentucky TruckApril 16, 2012 through July 03, 2016
Transit2015-2019Kansas CityFebruary 10, 2014 through Oct 24, 2019

 

REASON FOR PROVIDING EXTENDED WARRANTY COVERAGE

In all of the affected vehicles, the onboard diagnostic (OBD) system initially contained a software error that prevented illumination of the malfunction indicator light (MIL) if a certain fault was present in the front or rear nitrogen oxide (NOx) sensor or in the Selective Catalyst Reduction (SCR) system. Since the PCM was reprogrammed under Emissions Recall 21E01, the OBD system is now able to detect this NOx sensor fault previously masked by the software error and can light the MIL if this fault is found to be present.

It is possible that a) the rear NOx sensor had a fault during its original warranty period and before Emissions Recall 21E01 was completed, b) the OBD system has now identified a fault in the rear NOx sensor, and c) the original warranty for the rear NOx sensor has since expired. For customer satisfaction, we are extending the warranty of the rear NOx sensor to cover this possible pre-existing fault situation.

 

SERVICE ACTION

If a vehicle exhibits MIL illumination with DTC P229F present and the vehicle is still eligible for 21N05, dealers are to provide a one-time repair of the rear NOx sensor. This service must be performed at no charge to the vehicle owner.

NOTE: Vehicles are only eligible for 21N05 after Emissions Recall 21E01 has been claimed.

 

OWNER NOTIFICATION AND MAILING SCHEDULE

Owner Letters are expected to be mailed in the second quarter of 2021. For vehicles eligible for 21N05, dealers should repair any affected vehicles that experience a rear NOx sensor fault related to a P229F DTC, whether or not the customer has received a letter.

 

TITLE BRANDED / SALVAGED VEHICLES

Title branded, salvaged vehicles and vehicles with cancelled warranty coverage are eligible for this program unless emission coverage is explicitly cancelled, as indicated by one of the following OASIS Warranty Cancellation Messages only:

  • SCRAPPED UNIT – ALL WARRANTY CANCELLED – TOTAL INCLUDING EMISSIONS
  • ALL WARRANTY CANCELLED INCLUDING EMISSIONS

 

OWNER REFUNDS

  • Ford Motor Company is offering a refund for owner-paid repairs covered by this program if the repair was performed after January 15, 2020, and before the date of the Owner Notification Letter under the conditions noted below. This refund offer expires June 30, 2022.
  • Dealers are also pre-approved to refund owner-paid emergency repairs that were performed away from an authorized servicing dealer after the date of the Owner Notification Letter. Noncovered repairs, or those judged by Ford to be excessive, will not be reimbursed.

NOTE: Refunds will only be provided for the cost associated with a rear NOx sensor replacement after the PCM was reprogramed. The PCM must have been reprogramed on or after January 15, 2020, for this refund to apply. Even if the PCM was previously reprogrammed on or after January 15, 2020, Emissions Recall 21E01 completion and claim submittal is required before 21N05 is activated in OASIS and before refunds can be processed.

 

PARTS

Super Duty Vehicles Only

Part NumberDescriptionOrder QuantityClaim Quantity
DC3Z-9D378-B
Nox Sensor for F-250 F-350 F-450 F-550 Super Duty 6.7L
  • Product Specifications: 6-wire type sensor with Direct Fit installation for seamless compatibility
  • Vehicle Compatibility: NOx sensor suitable for 2011 2012 Ford F-250 Super Duty 6.7L-V8, for 2011 2012 Ford F-350 Super Duty 6.7L-V8, for 2011 2012 Ford F-450 Super Duty 6.7L-V8
  • OEM Part Number Replacement: Compatible with BC3Z 9D378 G, BC3Z-9D378-F, BC3Z9D378G, DC3Z9D378B, FC4Z9D378B, BC3Z9D378F, BC3Z9D378C, BC3Z9D378-G, DC3Z-9D378-B, FC4Z-9D378-B
  • Engine Application: Designed specifically for 6.7L V8 Diesel engines in Ford Super Duty trucks including King Ranch, Lariat, XL, and XLT trim levels
  • Emission Control Function: NOx sensor monitors nitrogen oxide levels to ensure optimal emission control system performance and compliance with environmental standards
Super Duty – Downstream (Rear) Tailpipe Nox Sensor11

 

Transit Vehicles Only

Part NumberDescriptionOrder QuantityClaim Quantity
CK4Z-9D378-ETransit – Downstream (Rear) Tailpipe Nox Sensor11

 


CERTAIN 2013-2016 MODEL YEAR F-SERIES SUPER DUTY 6.7L DIESEL AND 2015-2019 MODEL YEAR TRANSIT 3.2L DIESEL VEHICLES — REAR NOX SENSOR WARRANTY EXTENSION

 

SERVICE PROCEDURE

NOTICE: Do not use silicone based sprays or lubricants on any components installed onto or around the diesel exhaust system or intake air distribution and filtering system. Silicone reacts with the Nitrogen Oxides (NOx) sensor and may cause permanent damage to the NOx sensor.

NOTE: Vehicles are only eligible for FSA 21N05 after FSA 21E01 has been claimed.

NOTE: After the 21E01 calibration, it may take several customer drive cycles for the new calibration to recognize NOx sensor faults if present.

NOTE: This service action only applies if a rear NOx sensor fault is detected related to a P2201 DTC.

1. Using the appropriate Ford diagnostic scan tool, check for DTC’s. Is DTC P229F present?

Yes – Proceed to Step 2.

No – This FSA does not apply. For all other DTC’s, please refer to the Powertrain Control and Emission Diagnostics (PC/ED) Manual for normal diagnostics as required.

2. Remove and discard the rear Nitrogen Oxides (NOx) Sensor. Please follow the Workshop Manual procedures in Section 303-14.

3. Install a new rear NOx Sensor. Please follow the Workshop Manual procedures in Section 303-14.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Federal law prohibits selling motor vehicle parts or components that are under safety, compliance, or emissions recall. Unless a part is requested to be returned to Ford, all parts replaced under this FSA must be scrapped in accordance with all applicable local, state and federal environmental protection and hazardous material regulations. Refer to the Parts Retention, Return, & Scrapping section of the FSA dealer bulletin for further information.

 


 


1 Associated Document

Manufacturer Communications

Customer Satisfaction Program 21N05
March 17, 2021

MC-10189758-0001.pdf 307.459KB

 


 

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